Returned to gym after a few years away. They changed all the

Jove15
Jove15 Posts: 2 Member
edited October 2024 in Introduce Yourself
As I said in my profile, I used to be a non-gainer, but those skinny years are behind me now. I used to doubt I'd ever weigh more than 180, now I dream of getting back to there from north of 210. Mostly, I care about longevity, energy and a sense of well-being, and I hope to share those desires with people here. I'll feel especially like celebrating whenever any of us discovers both that they've lost weight and are feeling more energetic and healthy. That rocks!

That said, I'm now at an age when weight management has to be at the forefront of my considerations in fitness. I used to be able to concentrate on other things, and let the subcutaneous fat take care of itself. Now, unless I combine calorie awareness with fitness, I'll eat to the point of holding onto the excess fat even when I'm getting stronger, with more endurance and better flexibility. Weight management has to become an actual conscious goal.

I've been off and on myfitnesspal several times. This time, I want to stick with it, so I know I need to do something differently. The "differently" is going to be my seeking out friends and connections in the community here. Feel free to seek me out too! I look forward to getting to know folks, and getting back to a healthy weight.

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  • calliope_music
    calliope_music Posts: 1,242 Member
    good luck! i hope you're able to reach your goals :)
  • robpett2001
    robpett2001 Posts: 320 Member
    Welcome! I'm sitting one seat ahead of you in the very same boat... "Oh Rob, I don't know how you can eat so much and never gain weight." and then POOF, holy crap, I'm 45 pounds higher than I was in college! But MFP has helped me as I've been building the habit of exercising, and keeping track of what I'm eating -- and my MFPals have been a big help in that transformation.

    I'll send you a friend request. Us 40-something guys should stick together!

    Good luck in your new journey, you can do this!
  • wmlpd6
    wmlpd6 Posts: 135
    Hi Neil. Another 40 something guy on here trying to lead a more fit and healhty lifestyle. Good luck with your goals and feel free to add me if you like.
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